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Hi and welcome, we are your certified Baby and Child sleep consultant.

Buona Notte ( that's actually Italian for 'Good Night' ) is your go-to destination for infant and baby sleep consulting.

We are dedicated to helping families like you establish healthy sleep patterns for your little ones. Furthermore, we are committed to providing personalised sleep plans that fit your family's unique needs.

We understand the importance of sleep for both parents and children, and are here to guide you through the process with lots of patience, love, and a little bit of sass.

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How We can help you

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Assistance with settling your child to sleep at your house.

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Phone support with settling your child for self-settling.

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For children who have slept well, but need a little more help.

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If your baby or toddler is waking multiple times overnight, it’s not always a “phase” often it comes back to a few key foundations.

Here are 4 things to focus on:
💜Resettling without feeding
If feeding is the only way your baby goes back to sleep, they’ll often need it every time they wake. Gently building other ways to resettle can reduce those frequent wakes.

💜Sleep environment
Dark room, consistent temperature, and minimal stimulation

💜Prioritise calories during the day
Some babies are genuinely hungry overnight because they haven’t had enough during the day. Full feeds/ regular solids (age appropriate) can make a big difference

💜Consistent routine
Predictable flow to the day helps regulate their body clock and supports longer stretches overnight

Small tweaks here can lead to big improvements in sleep.

Not sure where to start?
Comment the word “SLEEP” and we can send you a link for a FREE “how can we help” call.

Most parents assume frequent night wakings mean hunger, a regression or that their baby just “isn’t a good sleeper.”

But one of the biggest things we see as a sleep consultant is an overtired baby.

When babies stay awake too long, their bodies release stress hormones making it harder to fall asleep and harder to stay asleep.

So instead of “tiring them out”
We actually need to protect their sleep.

Sometimes these smallest shifts:
💜Adjusting wake windows
💜Bringing bedtime earlier

Along side with consistency in the routine, can fix an overtired baby.

Not sure if bedtime is the issue?
COMMENT with the word “BEDTIME” and we can send a link for a FREE “how can we help” call.

One of the biggest myths about baby sleep is that support always means leaving your baby to cry.

This belief stops many parents from exploring ways to improve sleep.

But there are many different approaches to helping babies learn healthy sleep habits.

Share this with a parent who believes sleep support always means crying it out.

Comment FREE and ill send you link to book your FREE chat to see how we can help you achieve your sleep goals

The time has come to fall back and adjust our clocks as daylight savings ends on Sunday, April 5th in (most of) Australia. No worries, though – we've got two simple ways to help your little ones transition without a hitch.

🟣 Method 1: The Gradual Shift (Starting This Sunday)
Over a relaxed 7-day period, we’ll gently adjust your child’s routine by moving things forward by 15 minutes every two days.

Here’s how it works:

If your child usually wakes up at 7 AM and naps from 10 AM to 12 PM, start by waking them at 7:15 AM and adjusting their nap time to 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM. Bedtime at 7:15 PM

Two days later, shift by another 15 minutes (7:30 AM / 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM, 7:30 PM), and so on.

By Sunday, April 5th, your child’s body clock will already be synced to the new 7 AM, making it a smooth and easy transition!

🟣 Method 2: The do nothing method
If you’re looking for a simpler approach, this method is the easiest — but I’ll be honest, it takes a bit more patience. On Sunday, your babies body clock will probably wake up at the 'new 6am' (the old 7am) and you'll just need to push them out to their usual nap time.

Here’s the catch: You'll need to keep them engaged and active throughout the day, sticking as closely as possible to their usual routine, even though their body will be telling them they are tired.

It may feel challenging at first, but they’ll get used to the new rhythm and be back to normal soon!

Let me know which method you’ll be using in the comments below 😉

Need a little extra help with the transition? Feel free to reac! Drop us a message or comment below if you have any questions.

Nap battles can be one of the most frustrating parts of the day for parents.

If your baby fights naps regularly, there’s usually a reason behind it.

Understanding what might be influencing nap resistance can make daytime sleep much easier.

Save this post and check these factors next time nap time feels like a struggle.

False starts are one of the most frustrating sleep struggles. You finally get your baby down, only for them to wake again 30–45 minutes later.

Here’s the thing, this isn’t random.

A false start usually happens when your baby transitions through their first sleep cycle and can’t stay asleep.

The most common reasons we see:
💜Overtiredness
💜Undertiredness )not enough sleep pressure)
💜Bedtime time being off
💜Sleep associations (needing help to resettle)
💜Day sleep needing a tweak

The good news is that once you know the cause, it’s very fixable.

If false starts are your nightly struggle, send us a DM with ‘FALSE STARTS’ and we’ll send a link for a free “how can we help” call.

If bedtime feels chaotic or unpredictable every night, your routine may be missing a key step.

Babies rely on consistent cues to understand when sleep is approaching.

A simple and predictable bedtime routine can make settling much smoother.

Share this with a parent trying to create calmer evenings.

Comment SLEEP and we'll send you a link to book a FREE sleep call today

Starting solids is an exciting milestone but it’s not a magic fix for sleep.

We hear this ALL the time!
“Maybe they’re waking because they’re hungry… should I start solids?”

Here’s the truth:
Starting solids doesn’t usually improve sleep, and in some cases, it can actually make things a little harder at first.

Why?
Your baby’s gut is still learning how to digest new foods — which can lead to:
💜discomfort
💜gas
💜more night waking (temporarily)

So instead of improving sleep… it can sometimes disrupt it.

Solids should be introduced when your baby is developmentally ready, not as a sleep strategy.

Look for these signs of readiness:
💜Sitting with minimal support
💜Good head and neck control
💜Showing interest in food
💜Loss of the tongue-thrust reflex

As for poor sleep It’s usually linked to things like awake windows, overtiredness, or sleep associations.

Want personalised support? Comment SLEEP and we'll send you a link to book a FREE sleep call today

Many parents assume sleep challenges are something they simply need to wait out.

But sometimes babies show clear signs that they’re ready for new sleep habits.

Recognising these signs can help you start moving toward calmer bedtimes and longer stretches of sleep.

DM us “SLEEP” if you’d like help understanding what may improve your baby’s nights.

Overnight temperature drops are one of the most overlooked reasons babies wake.

What feels “fine” at bedtime can get a whole lot colder by 2–4am and that’s when we often see those random wake ups.

Here’s what to check:
💜Room temperature consistency (not just at bedtime)
💜The right sleeping bag TOG for the season
💜Layering (zippy or pjs for correct age)
💜Heater use — is it turning off overnight?

Babies can’t pull the covers up or tell us they’re cold, so they wake instead

A small tweak here can make a BIG difference to sleep.

Dm “TEMP” and we’ll send you a link for a “how can we help” phone call to discuss some sleep issue you have.

Follow us for realistic & judgement free sleep advice to help your family sleep better today!

These are hills Ill die on when it comes to baby sleep

1. Feeding to sleep isn’t a problem… unless it becomes a problem for you.

2. Your baby doesn’t “hate” their sleeping bag. They’ve just spent 9 months in a snug, enclosed space—being cocooned actually feels safe to their nervous system.

3. Sleep associations matter more than most people realise. A consistent environment can make a huge difference to the success of a nap and stretching night sleep

4. “Low sleep needs” babies are actually quite rare. More often than not, it’s about finding the right rhythm and approach for your baby.

5. Reflux isn’t a standalone diagnosis—it’s a symptom. There’s always a reason behind it, and it’s worth exploring what’s really going on. Medication or changing formula too early only masks what is really causing the issue

6. Mouth breathing isn’t normal—or “cute.” It’s often a sign that something else needs attention, so keep asking questions and advocating for your little one. Start with your dentist or an osteo

Sleep can feel confusing when you’re getting mixed messages from everywhere—but it doesn’t have to be.

If you’re ready to cut through the noise and get a clear, personalised plan that actually works for your baby, we'd love to support you. Send us a message and let’s make sleep feel simple again.

One of the biggest misunderstandings we see with tired parents is around self-settling.

Somewhere along the way it got twisted into:
“Put your baby in the cot awake and just walk away.”

If that doesn’t work… parents feel like they’re failing.

But that’s not what self-settling actually means!

Self-settling is a skill and like any skill, babies learn it with support, consistency and practice.

It doesn’t mean:
💜Leaving your baby to cry alone
💜Ignoring their needs
💜Doing it with zero support

It means helping your child learn how to fall asleep in a way that feels right for your family.

For some families that looks gradual.
For others it looks more structured.

It should never feel like you’re abandoning your baby or doing something that doesn’t sit right with you.

If your baby isn’t self-settling yet, it doesn’t mean you’ve done anything wrong.
It just means they haven’t been shown how yet.

DM us the word ‘SETTLING’ and we’ll send you a link to book in our FREE ‘how can we help’ call to put an end to your sleepless nights

Early morning wake-ups can leave the whole family feeling exhausted.

But waking at 5am is rarely random — there are often a few common factors influencing those early starts.

Once you understand what might be contributing, small changes can sometimes shift mornings later.

Comment EARLY and we'll send you a link to our FREE ULTIMATE EARLY RISING GUIDE

One week they were waking 10 times a night.
Everyone was exhausted. Parents running on empty and questioning everything!

But it wasn’t because baby was “a bad sleeper.”

It came down to a few key things:
💜Age-appropriate awake windows
💜A predictable bedtime routine
💜Removing sleep associations that were causing constant wake-ups
💜Consistency and a plan that suited this family

Within a short time, those 10 wake-ups turned into sleeping through the night.

No magic, just the right support and the right plan.

If you’re currently up every 1–2 hours overnight, we promise it doesn’t have to stay this way.

DM us the word ‘NIGHTS’ and we’ll send you a link to book in our FREE ‘how can we help’ call to put an end to your sleepless nights

Some babies seem to fall asleep easily and sleep for longer stretches overnight.

It might look effortless, but in most cases there are a few simple habits supporting that sleep.

When these small pieces come together, bedtime and night sleep often become much smoother.

Save this post and try implementing one of these habits tonight.

If you’re a new mum stressing about wake windows, nap cycles and perfect schedules…take a breath.

In the first few months, baby sleep is still developing.
Your baby is adjusting to the world outside the womb and their sleep cycles are still maturing.

Right now the most important things are:
💜Feeding your baby
💜Bonding and connection
💜Learning your baby’s cues
💜Getting through the day however you can

Short naps, contact naps and unpredictable sleep are very normal in the early months.

Sleep routines and more structured schedules usually come later as your baby grows and their sleep cycles mature.

So if things feel messy right now you’re not behind, you’re in the newborn stage.

Follow along for realistic baby sleep support and if you’re after some more guidance, send us a DM with the word “NEWBORN ” for access to our newborn workshop

If bedtime turns into a battle every night, overtiredness could be playing a bigger role than you realise.

Many parents try keeping their baby awake longer hoping it will lead to better sleep, but this often backfires.

Understanding how overtiredness affects your baby’s sleep can completely change how bedtime feels.

Share this with a parent who feels like bedtime becomes a battle every night.

Every baby is different
Different temperament
Different sleep needs
Different routines

So when parents try a random sleep tips from google or social media and it doesn’t work… they often think their baby is the problem but the truth is — most sleep advice online is too generic.

Personalised sleep support looks at:
💜Your baby’s age
💜Their temperament
💜Nap schedules
💜Sleep environment
💜Your parenting style

When a plan is tailored specifically to your baby and your family, everything starts to make more sense and sleep becomes so much more achievable.

No guessing.
No trying 10 different things.
Just clear and supportive guidance.

Better sleep isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing the right things for your child.

If you’re feeling stuck with your little one’s sleep, send us a DM with the word “SLEEP” and we will show you how personalised support can help your family get the rest you deserve 💜

If your baby is waking every 1–2 hours overnight, it can feel incredibly exhausting.

Many parents assume something is wrong — but frequent night waking is often linked to a few surprisingly common sleep habits.

Once you understand what might be influencing your baby’s sleep, it becomes much easier to start improving those long nights.

Save this post so you can revisit these factors tonight if night wakings feel overwhelming.

If your baby is waking every hour…
If bedtime feels like a battle…
If you’re googling sleep questions at 2am…

It’s so easy to start thinking “What am I doing wrong?”

Here’s the truth:
You’re not failing!
You’re not doing it wrong!
You’re just running on empty and crawling into survival mode.

When you’re exhausted, everything feels heavier. The night wakes, the short naps, the endless rocking.

Sleep struggles don’t mean you’re a bad parent. They usually just mean your little one needs the right support and guidance to learn better sleep habits and a new schedule can be the answer!

And the good news?
Sleep can absolutely improve.

You deserve rest too 💜

DM us to organise a FREE call today to discuss how we can help your little one sleep better.

You don’t need another blog
You don’t need another “try this one trick”
You don’t need conflicting advice from 12 different forums

You need support that’s tailored to your baby.

Google doesn’t know:
💜Your baby’s temperament
💜Your feeding history
💜Your nap struggles
💜Your capacity as a mum right now

Trying to piece it all together at 2am while you’re exhausted?
That’s not support. That’s survival mode!!

There is a calmer way to do this and you don’t have to figure it out alone!

We are here to support you not only as sleep consultants but as parents.

Book a free 15minute “how can we help” call and let’s create a plan that actually works for your family.

Thinking bedtime has to be at 7pm!

The right bedtime depends on:
💜Age
💜Morning wake time
💜Amount of naps
💜Wake windows
💜 Your family’s needs

Copying another mum’s schedule for your own child will rarely work. Your baby needs a tailored schedule to their own sleep needs (not another cookie cutter)

Your child’s age is where we start and then we personalise it to them based on your child’s needs and your family’s preferences (even if you like a 10pm bedtime 👀)

DM us your child’s age & wake time and we’ll suggest a bedtime.

Car naps happen!
School runs, grocery trips, 5 minutes from home and suddenly they’re asleep

Now you’re spiralling because:
💜It was too short
💜It was too late
💜It’s going to ruin bedtime
💜The whole schedule feels off

But it’s ok deep breath!

One car nap doesn’t undo all your progress. What does cause chaos is trying to fix it with panic decisions and million thoughts in that moment.

Here’s what actually matters:
💜How long they slept
💜What time it happened
💜Their age
💜Protecting bedtime (without making them overtired)

There is always a way to adjust the day without blowing everything up.

If car naps send you into stress mode, it’s not because you’re failing, it’s because you don’t have a clear plan for those curveballs.

If unpredictable naps are happening often, it might be time for a personalised schedule. DM us “SCHEDULE ” and let’s fix it properly.

They compensate!

Early wake = Earlier nap & Earlier bedtime?

It feels logical, right? They’re tired… so we let them sleep sooner.

But here’s the problem - Bringing naps or bedtime earlier often **locks in** the early wake the following days

WHY? Because it shifts the whole body clock forward.
So the next morning… they wake early again.
And the cycle repeats

Instead, try this:
💜 Keep the first nap as close to your usual time as possible (even if it means stretching a little).
💜 Aim for consistency with your usual schedule
💜 Protect bedtime so it doesn’t creep earlier and earlier.
💜 Make sure mornings before your desired wake time stay low-key and boring (no big lights, no fun start to the day).

Early rising is usually an environment or circadian rhythm issue!

If early mornings are running your household, comment EARLY and we’ll send you our Ultimate Early Rising Guide so you can finally reset those mornings

Contemplating dropping a nap because your little one has just started:

💜fighting one of their naps
💜taking a little longer to fall asleep
💜waking overnight
💜having short naps

We beg you to just take a minute to pause and remember that kids go through bad patches with sleep like everything else in life and ask yourself..

Have they recently
- been sick?
- learnt a new skill?
- been out of usual routine due to holidays or busy family events?

Sometimes they simply need a schedule tweak and they get back on track

Nap transitions should feel gradual not chaotic and exhausting.

IMPORTANT: age alone isn’t the deciding factor, it’s about patterns and cues.

If you’re stuck in that “should I drop it or not?” you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Comment NAP and tell me your little one’s age — I’ll reply with what I’d look at first

Comment 💤 to learn more about newborn settling techniques

Trying everything all at once.

Rock.
Pat.
Shush.
Feed.
Dummy.
Pick up.
Put down.
Back to rocking again.

When we layer multiple techniques in a few minutes, babies don’t get a clear, consistent message. Their nervous system needs rhythm and predictability — not a rapid-fire settling buffet 💜

Instead, choose one or two settling strategy and commit to it for at least 15 minutes before switching.

Why?
Because newborns need time to:
💜Regulate
💜 Wind down
💜Feel safe in the repetition

Often, just as parents are about to change tactics… baby is actually starting to settle.

Pause. Breathe. Persist.

If you’d love more simple, practical newborn sleep guidance, send me a DM with the word SETTLE and I’ll help you feel more confident tonight

Follow us for practical, judgement free sleep support.

Most parents think a sleep routine means:
💜Bath, bottle, book then bed but here’s what they get wrong…

A routine isn’t just the order of events.
It’s about timing, consistency, and reading your baby’s sleep cues.

If naps are all over the place…
If bedtime changes every night…
If your baby is overtired by the time the routine starts…

The calm bath and book won’t fix that!

A good sleep routine works because:
💜It matches age-appropriate wake windows
💜It happens at a consistent time
💜It prevents overtiredness before it even starts

The routine doesn’t start at bedtime, it starts with how the whole day is structured.

You don’t need a “perfect” routine.
You need the right one for your baby.

If you’re ready to stop guessing and create a routine that actually works, send us a DM with “SLEEP”

If your baby naps for around 30 minutes and wakes up, you’re not alone.

Most cat naps happen because your baby is waking after one sleep cycle and doesn’t yet know how to transition into the next one.

Common reasons we see:
💜Overtired (awake too long before nap)
💜Undertired (not enough sleep pressure built up)
💜Reliance on rocking/feeding to fall asleep
💜Sleep environment isn’t optimal for sleep

The good news short naps are fixable but the solution isn’t just “keep them up longer”

It’s about:
💜Age-appropriate wake windows
💜Supporting independent sleep
💜Consistency
💜A backup if things don’t go to plan

You don’t have to accept 30 minute naps as your forever.

DM us “LONGER NAPS” and let’s chat about what’s happening in your little one’s day.

When everyone's advice starts to feel suffocating and contradictory, remember the fourth trimester is fleeting in the grand scheme of your baby's life.

Try these simple tips to cherish this time with your little one and tune out the noise from others.

Send this to a new mamma to remind them to take it all in.

💜 Erika & Jes

Book your free 15 minute clarity call via the link in our bio

If your baby is waking every 2 hours overnight, here’s what’s usually happening 👇

💜Your baby doesn’t know how to link sleep cycles independently
💜They’re relying on feeding, rocking, dummy replacing or you being there to fall back asleep
💜Their daytime schedule may not be supporting consolidated night sleep

Babies naturally come into lighter sleep every 1.5–2 hours.
The difference is some resettle and some fully wake and assistance.

Frequent wakes are often a skills & schedule issue — not a “your baby is broken” issue.

And the good news? This is absolutely something that we can help you with💜

Comment “SLEEP” and I’ll DM you my top tip to start stretching those night wakes.

*just a reminder if your baby is under the age of 5months frequent night wakes can still be considered age appropriate.

Early mornings are common — but they’re often very fixable. You don’t have to accept 5am forever.

DM us “MORNINGS” and we’ll send you the link to our ULTIMATE guide to Early Rising

💜 Jes & Erika

If your kid looks like they just got a second wind right before bedtime, they are likely OVER-TIRED not under tired.

Understanding these signs has the power to change everything

If sleep feels like a daily battle, DM us “TIRED” and we’ll help you find calmer bedtimes and naps

💜 Jes & Erika

Good naps don’t always equal good nights. Sleep is about balance, not perfection.

If nights feel unpredictable,
DM us “NIGHTS” and we’ll help you troubleshoot your schedule.

💜 Jes & Erika

If your baby wakes after 45 minutes or less like clockwork, it's usually fixed with a few tweaks — it doesnt need to be a permanent problem.

DM us “NAPS” and we’ll help you work out why it’s happening for your baby

💜 Jes & Erika

Not all block out blinds are made for sleep

Privacy block outs often allow light to creep in through the top or sides

Investing in property sleep block out blinds will improve your baby's naps and nights

If you're looking to transform your little one's room check out @bilbysleep and use the code BUONANOTTE10 for a 10% discount

For more personalised advice, send us a DM today so we can get you & your family sleeping better asap

💜 Erika & Jes

Congratulations mamma, you survived the first year of parenthood. but for some reason, your little one's sleep has just fallen to sh*t

Here are 4 reasons it commonly happens and solutions on how to address the problem

Send this to all your mother group mamma's coz you know they'll be going through the same thing

For more tailored advice to support your little one's sleep send us a DM today

Erika & Jes xx

Why is a sleep consultant talking about mouth breathing?

Its simple

If your baby isnt breathing well, they can't sleep well

If youre concerned about the way your baby breathes while sleeping, send us a DM and well help you brainstorm what to do next

* not medical advice

Tired watching the sunrise at 5am because your baby is refusing to sleep to a more acceptable time, then try these 5 simple adjustments to your child's sleep

It might sound dramatic, but its the truth

I struggled significantly with my mental health after my first child was born but once I was able to tackle her sleep challenges, I was able to focus on looking after me

If you are feeling overwhelmed by your little one's sleep or simply want a bit more of a predictable routine in your day - send us a DM today and we'll help you implement the changes you need to achieve your sleepy goals

Hey mamma — we’re your Sleepy Cheerleaders - Jes & Erika

We’re two Aussie mums with four kids between us, and we know first-hand how tough baby and toddler sleep can be 😅

Our journeys so far have looked different, but our first babies had one thing in common — they were TERRIBLE sleepers. Broken nights, unpredictable naps, and all the curveballs that leave you feeling exhausted and second-guessing everything.

Along the way, we learnt just how powerful the right sleep foundations can be. When our second babies came along, we applied what we’d learnt — and it made things so much more manageable. More predictability, calmer days, and routines that actually worked for our families.

Now, we’re passionate about helping other Aussie mums feel confident and supported when it comes to sleep. We believe in realistic advice, flexible routines, and solutions that fit real life — not perfection.

If you’re feeling tired, stuck, or just want some guidance, we’re here for you 🤍
Send us a DM and let’s us cheer you on as you achieve your sleep goals

Is your toddler throwing some curve balls with their sleep lately? Taking longer to fall asleep at night or refusing a nap..

Well let me help you troubleshoot with some practical tips you can implement as of TODAY

1. Routine shake up
Make sure your nap schedule is age appropriate. From 15m and older, routines change pretty frequently so we want to make sure they have enough sleep pressure to nap and then go to bed

2. Choice choice choices
Toddlers love to feel like they are in control so start giving them inconsequential options (what pjs, which book, how to get to the bedroom) this will help give them a sense of control over their lives

3. Predictable wind down before bedtime & naps
Winding down is a crucial step before sleep so making sure your kid receives plenty of warning can help decrease the amount of stalling.
Create a visual representation so they can keep track of what's next

4. Don't make major changes
I know its tempting to upgrade to a big bed or ditch the nap all together but these changes will not actually resolve your sleep problems (and will likely make them worse!!) Keep the nap and the cot until as close to 3yrs of age

Send this to any mamma you know who's battling toddler for some sleep

DM us anytime for more personalised advise to help you & your family sleep better

Love Erika & Jes 💜

Toddlers are a true delight, nothing like tantrums teething and twenty night wakes to keep you on your toes

So let's talk about what's possibly impacting your toddlers sleep

- physical and cognitive development really peaks from about 14 months and this can often be the cause of those bedtime dramas. Whether they are learning to walk, jump, talk or sing, its like they get an urge to practice all these awesome skills overnight

So help your tot master these skills during the day and it should help them get over them all so much quicker

- daily routine
Have you had a routine change lately? If not.. then it may just be that your toddler needs a shake up of an old routine to get them sleeping more overnight.

- has life changes recently
Sometimes we forget how big (or even small) changes to our lives can have a massive impact on our tiny tots so be sure to give them time to adjust to whatever is currently going on. Talking through things is more powerful than you might realise so be sure to give them time to share how they are feeling about the new changes

Be sure to follow up for more toddler sleep tips 😍

Love Erika & Jes

Is your calendar starting to fill up woth Christmas parties but you dont know how to manage with your little ones routine?

Here are some practical tips to help you get through the silly season

1. It's just ONE month 🎄
Christmas only comes once a year, and you’re making memories. Routines are helpful, but they can also be reset if you sway away from them. Its okay to sway from it all and just enjoy yourself

2. Late night events can be saved by offering a longer nap and or extra catnap in the later part of the day. This will help re-energise your little one and make a later bedtime more manageable for both of you

3. Over stimulation can impact sleep so if you find yourself giving bubs a contact nap or carrier nap thats fine too. Everyone can do with some down time during an event.

4. Plan a calm day every other day.
One big outing won’t undo your whole progress, but several back-to-back can make it tricky to get back on track. Try to have the following day at home so bubs can get some quality sleep before the never big event

5. Fill your cup 🤶
If you have suplort family and friends, ask them to look after bubs so you can go to an event on your own. Remember that You dont always have to bring your baby with you just because they were invited - it is perfectly fine to replace your mum hat with a christmas hat just for one outing!

Send this to a mamma who is feeling a bit nervous navigating Christmas and sleep

Love Erika & Jes 💜

It doesn't need to choice between sleep OR christmas festivities!

Follow these 5 easy tip to maintain your little one's sleep needs while still enjoying as much festivities as you wish

1. The every 2nd day rule
If possible, plan for a quiet day after a big day out celebrating. Being consistent with their usual routine will help your little bounce back quickly (and then be ready for more partying

2. Plan your driving around nap time
If your child's nap needs to be an hour, pop them in the car just before the scheduled nap, drive to the party location and then once you arrive, let them keep sleeping until you have to go in

3. Protect the First Nap of the Day (When on multiple naps)
The first nap often sets the tone for the rest of the day. Ensure this nap is as successful as possible and even let it be a bit longer than usual so your little one has banked a bit of sleep for the rest of the day

4. Keep Wake Windows in Mind
On busy days, you might not hit your usual schedule perfectly. Just aim to stay ROUGHLY within age-appropriate wake times to prevent overtiredness.

3. Use Motion Sleep Strategically
Car, pram, carrier naps can really save the day during the holidays. Take a walk during nap time to help things run smoothly. A post lunch walk can help bub reset and help you make room for more delicious treats

Most importantly, remember to have a good time - I PROMISE the memories they make with family and friends will out last the bad night sleep

Be sure to send this to all your mamma friends as they prepare for the silly season and DM us if you need more tailored sleep support

💜 Erika & Jes

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Do you want to enjoy the Christmas silly season but feel stuck balancing your child's sleep needs?

Well we are here to tell you that you can actually have your cake and eat it too!

Follow these 5 easy tip to maintain your little one's sleep needs while still enjoying as much festivities as you wish

1. Protect the First Nap of the Day (When on multiple naps)
The first nap often sets the tone for the rest of the day. Ensure this nap is as successful as possible and even let it be a bit longer than usual so your little one has banked a bit of sleep for the rest of the day

2. Keep Wake Windows in Mind
On busy days, you might not hit your usual schedule perfectly. Just aim to stay ROUGHLY within age-appropriate wake times to prevent overtiredness.

3. Use Motion Sleep Strategically
Car, pram, carrier naps can really save the day during the holidays. Try to time a drive or walk during nap time to help things run smoothly. A post lunch walk can help bub reset and help you make room for more delicious treats

4. Create a Mini Bedtime Routine Anywhere -
A 3–5 minute simple version of what you do at home anchors them, even in a new environment. Just remmeber to pack

* sleeping bag
* a familiar book
* white noise from your phone or portable speaker
* any soft toys/dummies (if age appropriate)

5. Expect Bedtimes to Shift or for bubs to be a bit unsettled overnight

Late nights happen. Bad nights sleep happen.
A once-off won’t undo healthy sleep habits so make some good memories and remember tomorrow is a new day

Be sure to send this to all your mamma friends as they prepare for the silly season and DM us if you need more tailored sleep support

💜 Erika & Jes

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We’ve all been told not to rock or feed to sleep because it will “create a rod for our own backs”… and instead to try the magical "drowsy but awake" strategy—only to realise pretty quickly that it’s a crock of B/S.

So what are you meant to do if you want to move away from fully assisting your little one to sleep?

First, let’s unpack why *drowsy but awake* transfers usually don’t work.

Picture this: you’re just about to drift off on the couch when someone says, “Go to bed.” You head to bed, but now you’re wide awake again. That’s exactly how it feels for your baby when you try to transfer them while drowsy.

Instead, here’s what I want you to try:
💜 Calm your little one so they’re happy and relaxed—maybe with a song or a few gentle upright bounces.
💜 Pop them into the cot *calm but awake*.
💜 Keep singing, talking, or gently patting their bum once they’re in the cot to make it a positive experience.
💜 Then continue with whatever settling approach you’ve chosen—whether that’s leaving the room, patting them to sleep, or simply staying nearby.

Try this consistently for a week and see how things shift.

If you’d like more tailored support, book in for my 2-week program today—I’ll help you find a rhythm that works for your family so you can all start sleeping better, sooner.

Whether it’s rolling, sitting, standing, or talking—it’s all fun and games until your little one decides to practice their new skills at sleep time… and suddenly your sleep is out the window.

So, what can you do to help them through this milestone? For the next week or two, focus on the three Ps

💜 PRACTICE– Giving your baby the chance to practice their new skills during awake time not only helps them master the movement, but also removes the novelty. Pop them in the cot while awake and let them roll side to side, pull up, or sit up and down as much as they like.

💜 PATIENCE– If they’re practicing in the cot and aren’t upset, resist the urge to go in and help them. The more you intervene, the more it can become a fun game. If they’re safe and content, let them keep trying.

💜 PERSISTENCE – Stick with your normal settling approach and avoid introducing new techniques. If you don’t make a big fuss, this phase usually passes quickly. Your baby will eventually tire, sit back down, and drift off to sleep.

These developmental leaps can be tough on sleep—but they’re also a sign your baby is learning and growing exactly as they should.

✨ If you or someone you know would like some additional strategies to support your baby through milestones while protecting your sleep, I’d love to help. Send me a message today and let’s make nights easier for both of you.

When the mums in your mothers’ group talk about their babies drifting off independently and linking nap cycles with ease, it’s easy to feel like something must be “wrong” with your little one—or that you’re doing something wrong yourself.

But let me gently reframe that for you: your baby isn’t broken, and neither are you.

The truth is, catnapping is developmentally normal until around six months of age. Even babies who fall asleep on their own after being sleep trained may still wake during naps—that’s just how their little bodies work right now.

So, what can you do in the meantime while waiting for your baby to reach that half-birthday milestone?

✨ Set up the sleep environment for success – A pitch-black room, a white noise machine, and a suitable sleeping bag all help signal to your baby that it’s time to rest.

✨ Watch for shifting wake windows– Adjusting your baby’s awake time ensures they’re tired enough (but not overtired) to have the best chance at linking sleep cycles.

✨ Focus on the first nap of the day– Thanks to residual melatonin from nighttime sleep, this nap often has the most potential for being longer.

✨ Take the pressure off yourself - If it’s all getting too overwhelming, it’s perfectly okay to go back to assisted naps in the pram, carrier, or snuggled up with you on the couch. Longer naps will come with time, so don’t burn yourself out trying to force it too soon.

Remember: your baby is developing exactly as they should, and you are doing an incredible job supporting them.

If you’d love some personalised guidance and gentle strategies to help your little one (and you!) get more rest, I’d love to support you. Send me a message today, and let’s make sleep feel easier together.

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We've all been there, mamma! But remember, comparison is the thrive of joy

Sure, someone's kid is ALWAYS going to sleep better, feed faster, eat more, and move first... but you need to remember this is NOT a baby race, and there truly isn't a medal for the first/best anything

The only thing you need to do is maintain your sanity during the hard times (and the truth is, there ill be plenty!)

If you're after some honest and supportive sleep advice, DM me today, and I'll help you set & achieve realistic sleep goals 💜

In the meantime, run your own race mamma 😉

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